"Very many pleasures are almost only pleasures because we hope and intend to recount them." –Giacomo Leopardi

How To Save a Bundle in Great Britain

Travelers hoping to pinch pounds in Great Britain are in luck. With the uncertainty surrounding Brexit—the UK’s decision to leave the European Union—the pound has plummeted. Here are my top tips for squeezing the Queen’s sterling until it squeals.

Crowds gather at the gates of Buckingham Palace.

GETTING AROUND

In the capital, make your money stretch even further by using a Visitor Oyster card for journeys on a variety of public transportation services around London, thus ensuring the lowest rates, capping daily travel costs, and sidestepping the hassle of deciding which ticket to buy. The TFL website helps you plan the best routes as you explore the city. Also, if you’re flying into Heathrow, don’t shell out for the Heathrow Express, but opt for the cheaper Piccadilly Underground line, which takes your right into the heart of London.

Thinking of traveling further afield? A BritRail pass (lasting three days to one month) offers unlimited train journeys around Great Britain, allowing you to take advantage of visits to less expensive cities like Liverpool, Cardiff and Glasgow.

On Liverpool’s Magical Mystery Tour, visitors have an opportunity to exit the bus and take a photo at the gates of Strawberry Field. John Lennon used to climb a tree in his aunt’s backyard to peer over the fence at this former boys’ home.

SIGHTSEEING

Culture vultures can visit more than 20 free museums and galleries in London, including the new Switch House at the Tate Modern. Bonus: the viewing deck atop Switch House offers a striking 360-degree panorama of the city skyline, at no charge. For discounts on paying attractions, check out VisitBritain.com.

View from atop Switch House

SNOOZING

Save on accommodations with AirBnB, or bunk down at Generator London.This hip new generation of hostel has a selection of private, en-suite rooms, as well as shared digs.